â¢ ELEVATOR (noun) The noun ELEVATOR has 2 senses: 1. lifting device consisting of a platform or cage that is raised and lowered mechanically in a vertical shaft in order to move people from one floor to another in a building. 2. the airfoil on the tailplane of an aircraft that makes it ascend or descend. Familiarity information: ELEVATOR used as a noun is rare.
A cause of nasal congestion may also be due to an allergic reaction caused by hay fever, so avoiding allergens is a common remedy if this becomes a confirmed diagnosis. Antihistamines and decongestants can provide significant symptom relief although they do not cure hay fever.
People who are suffering from chest congestions might experience chest pains, cough and difficulty in breathing. Chest congestion can be caused by bronchitis, pneumonia, post-nasal drip and allergic reactions. Treatment of chest congestion focuses on removing the mucus or excess fluid in the lungs. This can be done with the help of medications and nebulization.